Pace Center for Girls, Lee announces annual Faces of Pace Gala on Oct. 26

FORT MYERS, Fla. - Aug. 5, 2024 - PRLog -- Pace Center for Girls, Lee announces its annual Faces of Pace Gala to be held on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Burroughs Home & Gardens in historic, downtown Fort Myers.

The masquerade event will feature dinner, dancing, music and live and silent auctions with proceeds benefiting Pace programs and services. Recognizing the many Faces of Pace, this year's event theme focuses on "Unmasking Girls' Potential" and will include stories of success from current and former Pace Lee students.

"Behind every mask is a story, and at Pace Center for Girls, we believe in unmasking the limitless potential of every girl," said Jennifer Cellitti, executive director of Pace Center for Girls, Lee. "The Faces of Pace Gala is a testament to our commitment to empowering young women to thrive against all odds. As we pave the way for a brighter future for Pace girls, we look forward to this fun night of celebration, inspiration and vital fundraising."

A range of sponsorship opportunities are available for the gala, including the Believing in Girls title sponsor at $15,000, Creating Partnerships sponsor at $10,000, Invest in the Future sponsor at $7,500, Focus on Strengths sponsor at $5,000, Honor the Female Spirit sponsor at $2,500 and in-kind sponsorships. Individual tickets are $350 per person.

Led by co-chairs Emily Golden and Amy Thibaut, the annual gala is Pace Lee's signature event of the year. "Amy and I are honored to play a role in showcasing the amazing potential of young women supported by Pace for the Faces of Pace Gala," said Emily Golden, co-chair of the 2024 Faces of Pace Gala. "This year, we are proud to spotlight Pace's impact and share our girls' inspiring stories of courage, strength and resilience."

Proceeds from the Faces of Pace Gala provide girls and young women an opportunity for a better future through education, counseling, training and advocacy. Pace Lee programs are based on the belief that all girls and young women, regardless of race, ethnicity or socioeconomic status, should be uniquely cared for, supported and encouraged to become the best versions of themselves through a path of healing and recovery.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit PaceCenter.org/Locations/Florida/Lee/Faces-of-Pace-Gala.